Pharmacy Technician Technician Practice Test (PTCB)- 2

Question 1

What is the maximum number of times a Schedule III prescription may be refilled within 6 months under federal law?

Accepted Answer

5 refills

Answer

Schedule III-V prescriptions may be refilled up to 5 times within 6 months of the issue date.

Question 2

Which agency assigns and regulates the DEA registration number for prescribers and pharmacies?

Accepted Answer

DEA

Answer

The Drug Enforcement Administration issues DEA numbers authorizing controlled substance handling.

Question 3

A prescription reads 'Take 1 tablet PO BID.' How many tablets are needed for a 10-day supply?

Accepted Answer

20 tablets

Answer

BID means twice daily, so 2 tablets x 10 days equals 20 tablets.

Question 4

What does the abbreviation 'NPO' mean on a medication order?

Accepted Answer

Nothing by mouth

Answer

NPO is from Latin 'nil per os,' meaning nothing by mouth.

Question 5

Which reference book is the standard source for drug compatibility and stability of IV admixtures?

Accepted Answer

Trissel's Handbook on Injectable Drugs

Answer

Trissel's Handbook on Injectable Drugs is the authoritative source for injectable compatibility.

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